Savory Bacon and Onion Stuffed Buns
Indulge in these delightful Savory Bacon and Onion Stuffed Buns, a perfect blend of crispy bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and colorful vegetables, all encased in fluffy, homemade dough. These buns are not only delicious but also versatile, making them an excellent choice for lunch, snacks, or parties. With their warm, inviting aroma and satisfying filling, they're sure to become a family favorite. Make a batch to share with loved ones or enjoy them all to yourself!
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
milk
1 cup (heated until butter melts)
unsalted butter
1/2 cup (heated until melted)
sugar
1/4 cup (added to the milk mixture)
salt
1 teaspoon (added to the milk mixture)
yeast
1 (1/4 ounce) package (softened in warm water)
warm water
1/4 cup (for dissolving yeast)
eggs
2 (beaten)
all-purpose flour
4 cups (for making dough)
bacon
1 lb (brunoise and sautéed until crispy)
yellow onion
1 (brunoise and sautéed until tender)
deli ham
1/4 lb (brunoise)
Idaho russet potato
1 cup (brunoise and steamed)
red bell pepper
1/2 cup (brunoise)
black pepper
1/2 teaspoon (for flavoring)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Bacon and Onion Stuffed Buns?
They are delightful fluffy homemade buns filled with a savory blend of crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and colorful vegetables.
What are the primary ingredients in the filling?
The filling includes bacon, yellow onion, deli ham, Idaho russet potato, and red bell pepper.
How should the bacon be prepared?
The bacon should be cut into a brunoise and sautéed until it is crispy.
What type of onion is best for this recipe?
A yellow onion is recommended, cut into a brunoise and sautéed until tender.
How do you prepare the potato for the buns?
One cup of Idaho russet potato should be cut into a brunoise and steamed.
What kind of flour is used for the dough?
The recipe calls for 4 cups of all-purpose flour to make the homemade dough.
How is the yeast prepared?
One package (1/4 ounce) of yeast should be softened in 1/4 cup of warm water.
How much milk is needed for the dough?
You will need 1 cup of milk, which is heated until the butter melts.
Is butter used in the dough?
Yes, 1/2 cup of unsalted butter is melted into the milk mixture.
How many eggs are in the recipe?
The dough requires 2 beaten eggs.
Is there sugar in the recipe?
Yes, 1/4 cup of sugar is added to the milk mixture for the dough.
What seasoning is used for the filling?
The filling is flavored with 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
How much salt is used in the dough?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of salt added to the milk mixture.
What is the amount of deli ham required?
The recipe calls for 1/4 lb of brunoise deli ham.
How much red bell pepper should I use?
You will need 1/2 cup of brunoise red bell pepper.
What occasions are these buns suitable for?
They are excellent for lunch, snacks, or as appetizers for parties.
What is the texture of these buns?
The buns are described as having a fluffy homemade dough with a satisfying, savory filling.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 14 ingredients in this Savory Bacon and Onion Stuffed Buns recipe.
What does 'brunoise' mean in the instructions?
Brunoise refers to a culinary knife cut where the food item is first julienned and then turned a quarter turn and diced again, producing very small cubes.
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
The recipe specifies unsalted butter, but if you use salted, you may want to reduce the additional teaspoon of salt.
How much bacon is needed?
The recipe requires 1 lb of bacon.
Is the milk mixture boiled?
The milk is heated just until the butter melts, not necessarily boiled.
What type of potato is specified?
The recipe specifically mentions Idaho russet potato.
Is this recipe considered comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as comfort food and is known for its warm, inviting aroma.
Can these be served as appetizers?
Yes, they are tagged as appetizers and are perfect for sharing at gatherings.
How many tags are associated with this recipe?
There are 8 tags: buns, snack, lunch, bacon, onion, homemade, appetizer, and comfort food.
What makes the onions sweet in this recipe?
The onions are sautéed until tender, which helps them caramelize and develop a sweet flavor.
Are the buns savory or sweet?
These are savory buns, although the dough contains a small amount of sugar.
How much warm water is used for the yeast?
You use 1/4 cup of warm water to soften the yeast.
Are these buns family-friendly?
Yes, they are described as a family favorite that is sure to be enjoyed by loved ones.